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Substance which is dissolved in a liquid is called


A

solute

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solvent

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C

solution

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none of these

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Solution

The correct option is A

solute


Explanation for the correct option.

(A) Solute (Solid)+ Solvent (liquid) = Solution

  • The substance used as solute must be soluble in the solvent. Like, salt and sugar are soluble in water.
  • Solute: The substance which is dissolved in a liquid is called solute.
  • For example, salt is a solute as it dissolves in a liquid (water).

Hence, option A is correct.


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